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Your Complete Guide to the Spectacular 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse in Oregon

In October 2023, the skies will present a celestial show like no other—the annular solar eclipse. For those viewing this incredible "ring of fire" in Oregon, there are several prime locations to witness this astronomical wonder. But first, let's dive into truly understanding the difference between...

South Oregon Coast Revels in Bandon’s 77th Annual Cranberry Festival

The picturesque town of Bandon, Oregon, often associated humorously with cranberries for its rhyming allure, is once again set to host its annual celebration of the region's rich cranberry heritage. Merging 77 years of tradition with contemporary festivity, the Bandon Cranberry Festival is an...

A Pint-Sized Turtle Adventure Awaits at the Oregon Zoo

Get ready for a dose of cuteness! This summer, the Oregon Zoo is welcoming a squad of eleven tiny northwestern pond turtles, each just the size of a shiny quarter. These pint-sized reptilian residents are settling in nicely at the zoo, where the dedicated conservation lab team is providing them...

Find Your Berry Bliss On a Summer Day Trip to This U-Pick Farm

As I sit down to write this piece, the sun-kissed berries that danced in the summer sun on my recent visit to Columbia Farms U-Pick on Sauvie Island are still vivid in my mind. Let me take you on a virtual tour of this beautiful piece of Oregon, an agricultural oasis that invites you to immerse...

A Rainforest Rendezvous With Dinosaurs At The Prehistoric Gardens

Take an easy stroll through the awesome Prehistoric Gardens on the Oregon coast, where you'll be transported back in time to a time of dinosaurs and wonder.

See The Hidden Ski Resort You Probably Didn’t Know Existed On Mt Hood

See The Hidden Ski Resort You Probably Didn’t Know Existed On Mt Hood

Most people who live in Oregon have heard of Mount Hood Meadows, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Timberline Lodge.  All of these are prime spots for winter and summer recreation on Mount Hood, but have you ever heard of Cooper Spur Mountain Resort? Cooper Spur is hidden away on...

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